Moong Dal (Pasi Payaru)

Moong dal is widely used by vegetarians. It contains largely protein and fiber. It is easily digestible. It aids in weight loss. It has a very low fat content. It is a good balanced diet. Pachai Payaru Paruppu (Green gram dal) is rich in fiber content. Pachai Payaru Paruppu goes well with cooked rice and few people serve with chapati as well. Pachai payaru also known as green gram in English and Moong dal in Hindi.Unlike moong dal, green gram dal is a pale green rather than yellow color. The different color comes from retaining some of the husk of the dried mooung bean. Green gram can be used as split, whole or ground, while moong dal is most commonly used split or ground .